Curve House – Roche, Cornwall By: ARCO2 Architecture Curve House is a self-built, multi-generational home in rural Cornwall, the result of years of dreaming, planning and hands-on making. Designed and built by one of the Directors of award winning RIBA Chartered Architects Practice, ARCO2, it reflects over 20 years of design experience applied with care, patience and creativity, all achieved on a modest budget of £1,382/m², including landscaping. The goal was to create a deeply personal, long-term home reflecting the family’s needs now and in the future. The four-storey form optimises space while minimising environmental impact, integrating passive design principles and sustainable materials. The curved façade enhances indoor-outdoor connectivity, with a central social core fostering family interaction. Set on a challenging, irregular site, Curve House is shaped around comfort, sustainability, and future adaptability. A super-insulated twin timber frame, triple glazing, MVHR and a solar PV array with battery storage allows the home to run quietly and efficiently year-round. Throughout the build, reuse and thoughtful material choices were prioritised — 98% of construction waste was diverted from landfill, with much of it repurposed on site. Wildlife-friendly planting, a wildflower roof, and built-in bird and bat habitats, Cornish hedges and south facing … Continue reading Self-Built Innovation in Rural Cornwall